Manuel A. Herrera

Manuel A. Herrera has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Manuel A. is currently working as the Vice President of Plante Moran Realpoint, where they provide real estate development advisory services to corporate and government/municipal entities. Their role involves strategic planning, program and project management, negotiation, construction, budget development and oversight, and stakeholder engagement.

Prior to their current role, Manuel worked as a Master Planner for Ford Motor Company's Dearborn Campus Transformation program at Ghafari Associates. Manuel A. served as a full-time corporate strategist and owner's representative for Ford Land in various global sites in North America, Asia Pacific, and South America.

Before joining Ghafari Associates, Manuel worked at Jacobsen|Daniels, where they held multiple positions including Senior Consultant, Consultant, Analyst, and Intern. Manuel A. gained valuable experience in the consulting field during their time at this company.

Manuel also has experience in office management, as they worked as an Office Manager at the University of Michigan. Additionally, they were a part of the Dean's Research Team at the Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning, also at the University of Michigan.

Furthermore, Manuel has architectural experience from their time as an Architecture Intern at AECOM and program staff at the Los Angeles Unified School District.

Overall, Manuel A. Herrera has a rich background in real estate development, corporate strategy, consulting, office management, and architecture.

Manuel A. Herrera completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from the University of Michigan between 2004 and 2009. Manuel A. later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, graduating in 2022.